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Smithfield, North Carolina

Psychiatrist (4362)

PsychiatryFull-Time

Listed compensation

$296k-$380k

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Smithfield, NC 27577
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Salary Range: $295,618.00 - $379,601.00 Salary/year
  • Travel Percentage: Local TravelAbout Us Since 2003, we've been assisting children, families and adults across North Carolina with their behavioral health needs. Carolina Outreach is a group of highly trained behavioral health professionals dedicated to promoting the emotional and physical well-being of our community in a safe and respectful environment. We provide a comprehensive and integrative array of behavioral health services and supports for people of all ages with varying levels of need utilizing an equitable and inclusive approach. We focus on helping our clients tap into and develop their inherent strengths with the goal of supporting the highest quality of life possible for all we serve.

Compensation This role is compensated on a salaried basis, providing consistent earnings aligned with the responsibilities and expectations of the position

  • Compensation: $295,618 - $379,601

Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience. What You Can Expect Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for individuals in the ACT program. Work with the ACT team to develop and support treatment plans. Provide clinical oversight and guidance to psychiatric staff. Support individuals in achieving recovery goals and maintaining community stability.

Responsibilities Conduct psychiatric assessments and manage medications. Participate in team meetings and treatment planning. Provide clinical supervision and support to NPs/PAs and team members. Collaborate with nursing and ACT staff to coordinate comprehensive care.

Qualifications

Education

Medical Doctor Licensure/Experience: Must be a licensed psychiatrist or physician, experience with the population served is required.

Why Join Us We are focused on creating a model where clinicians are supported, not overloaded. You’ll have the flexibility to shape your schedule, the support to maintain a steady caseload, and the opportunity to grow within a stable, mission-driven organization.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from our competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.

Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA) Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget. Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.

An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for childcare.

Generous paid time off 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower Financial planning and education services at no cost to you Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability) Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility) Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff Advancement and Career Development Opportunities Legal Notice: We are an equal opportunity employer.

Employment is at-will and contingent upon successful completion of background checks and credential verification. We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Key Responsibilities

The psychiatrist will provide clinical services including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis intervention for ACT team clients. They are also responsible for providing clinical oversight, supervising medical staff, and collaborating with the treatment team to ensure comprehensive care.

Requirements

Candidates must be a licensed Medical Doctor (MD) or psychiatrist with experience working with the relevant population. The role requires the ability to provide 24/7/365 medical consultation and clinical supervision to the ACT team.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Psychiatric EvaluationPsychopharmacologyCrisis AssessmentSymptom AssessmentIndividual CounselingPsychotherapySubstance Use TreatmentService CoordinationClinical DocumentationEvidence-based PracticesMedical Oversight

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% are remote, 78% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$338k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $358k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

How many Psychiatry jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$296k–$380kPsychiatry median $315k (middle half $265k–$363k)108 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$358k in purchasing powerNorth Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Psychiatry listings in North Carolina60 active1,889 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 64% remote · 78% no call · 82% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNorth Carolina Physician listings: 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $30k) · 18% offer loan repayment503 active listings, Oct 2026
Psychiatry pay trend+9.8% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

39 jobs · 11 employers
401k / retirement match
92% this job
Sign-on bonus
87%
CME allowance
41%
Loan repayment
5%
Relocation assistance
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 4.8
Better work-life than 30% of Psychiatry listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,885 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Richmond, VA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
Wellness support through Sydney app (Anthem)
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
Two dental plan options through Delta Dental
Affordable vision plan through EyeMed
Optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Generous paid time off
401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower

Living in Smithfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$282k≈ 1.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,640/mo≈ 7% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
98.2
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Raleigh-Cary, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.